‘Khao soi’ in Kepong: Newcomer Kao Mongkhol cooks up a Chiang Mai classic
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 — I’ve long had an affinity for the Northern Thai dish khao soi, and since I&rsquo...
In a small restaurant called Kao Mongkhol in Kepong, Kuala Lumpur, a newcomer is serving up a Northern Thai classic - khao soi. This dish, unfamiliar to many in Malaysia, is a treasure for those seeking authentic flavors. Kao Mongkhol, opened over seven months ago, specializes in this dish and a few other local favorites.
Khao soi begins with a deeply aromatic spice paste, simmered in coconut milk and served with raw shallots and pickled mustard greens. Its roots are in Northern Thailand, with influences from Myanmar's Shan State and China's Yunnan province. The dish is traditionally served with chicken, reflecting the history of Chinese migrants, mostly from Yunnan, who settled in Thailand via Myanmar and Laos.
Kao Mongkhol's khao soi is crispy wheat noodles atop braised chicken drumsticks, in a thick, complex curry. It's less sweet than some other versions, and milder, making it perfect with additional condiments. The restaurant also serves other local delicacies like khao kha moo and kueh zap, though they fall short in terms of flavor. The restaurant's AC could use improvement, but the khao soi is a worthy representation of Northern Thai cuisine.
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